WLEX anchor Lee Cruse to spend a week off the air after ‘inappropriate’ comments

WLEX will keep anchor Lee Cruse off the air next week after he made an on-air comment that was decried as racist. He was reacting to a story about a DJ who tweeted an image of a chimpanzee in reference to the royal baby.

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Life in prison for Glenn Armstrong, convicted of killing father in Blackstone

WORCESTER - Found guilty of first-degree murder in the 2017 beating and strangulation death of his 83-year-old father, Glenn R. Armstrong of Blackstone

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Branford 2019 Memorial Day Ceremonies, Parade Set for May 27

The annual Branford Memorial Day ceremonies and parade have been finalized for Monday, May 27.

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How Alabama newspapers covered Donald Trump's victory

Here are the front pages from Alabama newspapers today after the election of Donald Trump as the 45th president of the United States.

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Catch more catfish with this one tip

It’s not uncommon, especially during colder months, for catfish to hit baits without taking the hook in their mouths. These short strikes can be frustrating for anglers and often result in a long day of catching nothing. Capt. David Hilton had a few of those days in his years of fishing, but he found the solution for it some time ago.

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Soon-to-be released child rapist’s face made public

The face of convicted child rapist Cho Doo-soon, whose brutal rape of an 8-year-old girl in 2008 shocked the South Korean public, was revealed on a TV program Wednesday amid growing concerns over his upcoming release. (MBC)Public broadcaster MBC released a photo of Cho, who is due to be released from prison Dec. 13 next year, during a program that aired Wednesday afternoon. It was the first time Cho’s face was r...

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Forest landowners invited to learn about the timber tax

There will be a free informational session on timber tax for forest landowners on Wednesday, February 18 at 6 p.m. at the St. Ignace Public Library.

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Barbara Cooney remembered as champion for the arts

Nationally known Sedalia artist and writer Barbara Cooney died Wednesday morning at Bothwell Regional Health Center. Cooney, 82, was a patron of the arts for decades and contributed much to

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Sikeston woman charged with arson

SIKESTON -- A Sikeston woman has been arrested and charged for allegedly setting her own business on fire. Monica Mays, 50, is charged with first degree arson through Scott County Court, according to Sikeston Department of Public Safety Assistant Chief Jim McMillen...

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10 candidates vying for 5 spots on Pennsbury school board

Four incumbents and six newcomers are on the ballot for the May 21 primary.